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La Rosa Restaurant

Restaurant Italian restaurant

One of the Most Revieweds in Waitākere Ranges


Address

1/16 Captain Scott Road, Glen Eden, Auckland 0602, New Zealand

Website

larosa.co.nz

Contact

+64 9 818 4088

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (937 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, 5 to 10 pm
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 5 to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 5 to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, 5 to 10 pm
  • Friday: 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, 5 to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, 5 to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Jayashree M. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely staff and fantastic food. I went to La Rosa to celebrate my birthday and it was totally worth it. Being a foodie, I have tried and tasted at most of the Italian restaurants and have found La Rosa to be one of the best. The slow cooked lamb is a must have. Would definitely come back! Keep up the good work!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James C. 10 months ago on Google
    Been here 5 times over the years and every single time was brilliant. These guys have a high rating for a reason and it’s stood the test of time with over 800 reviews. I proposed to my now wife here and have returned tonight for our wedding anniversary. This time I ordered garlic bread with the ‘Pollo’. A crumbed chicken stuffed with mozzarella and spinach, side of veges and buttery mashed potato. Very tasty no complaints. The staff were once again very accomodating and friendly, asking us how we were as we were seated and refilling our table water without us asking. Along with quick clearing of the table. Very good special awareness. If you want some delicious Italian food you aren’t going to find too many other places like this out West. Well done yet again La Rosa.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bret D. 1 year ago on Google
    La Rosa is a beautiful restaurant situated in the heart of Glen Eden. I took my partner here for her birthday dinner and we truly believe this was one of the best dining experiences we've ever had. The food was high quality, prepared quickly and was very reasonably priced. The staff were lovely and very accomodating. My partner and I shared the Arancini and Bruschetta for starters, followed by the Chicken Risotto and Pork Leg for mains, and capped it all off with cappuccino, white chocolate Parfait and chocolate lava cake for dessert. What an amazing feast! Wow! 5/5 Stars and would highly recommend this place to anyone, especially those looking to treat a loved one to a special meal! Will definitely becoming here again in the future.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laquon Rose (. 1 year ago on Google
    What can I say? Perfection in Glen Eden. More than worth the drive. I can say that because I’ve been 6 times now that’s 5 dinners plus 1 lunch with a friend. Each and every single time the service was on point, instinctual in fact. Like the water was low they gave more. Checked in to make sure you’re satisfied. Drinks were regular. The food was timed just right and so too the dessert. What makes us return again and again are the food is oh so Italian delicious and the service is consistently perfect. The ambience is exciting as the acoustics provide that buzz that feels great to be out feeling. Hard to find this combination in every restaurant. Absolutely recommend to food lovers. Price expectation of a family of 4 (2kids/2adults)spend from $100 to $170 for a 2 hour dinner sitting. Good value great food. Well worth it!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Catherine Chee �. 9 months ago on Google
    We had the $29 lunch special. Totally worth it and authentic pasta. Highly recommended!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony W. 1 year ago on Google
    Have been here several times. Just back for a dinner meal recently. As usual, a great place with pleasant environment. Crowded, so booking is absolutely necessary. Service was friendly and the food was awesome. Keen on Italian food? This place is recommended. You will not be disappointed.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ENKI'S FUN TECHNO STUFF (. 5 months ago on Google
    I dunno where my review went but I've definitely written before about how great this restaurant is. Any special occasion we have, we always go to La Rosa. This is Italian at its best and we've been to many. Three words to sum it all up...VERY LOVELY & DELICIOUS! Hang on that's four ; )
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ashi E. 7 months ago on Google
    This Italian restaurant is quite enjoyable. It boasts a welcoming and cozy atmosphere that sets the tone. The staff members are friendly and contribute to the positive vibe. The food they serve is quite good, and they offer appealing lunch deals. I opted for the spaghetti shrimp (Gamberi) and the polo. The pasta in the polo dish was cooked just right, and the chicken tasted fresh. However, the creaminess was a bit overpowering and heavy. It might be better to use a lighter cream or reduce the amount. The Spaghetti was also well-prepared, with perfectly cooked shrimp. The only drawback was that the garlic flavor was a bit stronger than desired. Using a knife to cut the garlic, rather than a garlic crusher, might help balance the flavor better. The garlic bread was a highlight, being both flavorful and crunchy. On the whole, the experience was pleasant, and I'd like to extend my thanks to the chef for their efforts.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Regina 1 year ago on Google
    HIGHLY RECOMMEND. The best restaurant in West Auckland. Could not recommend this place highly enough. Top quality food, service and reasonably priced. My family and I of 10 had a late Mothers Day lunch here yesterday. Our waiter had great customer service, communication and was very attentive. Thank you for making Mothers Day extra special! :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dulani R. 9 months ago on Google
    Amazing service. Food was OK, didn't knock it out of the park for us. Lovely ambience and very busy restaurant.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 cheekybulls 5 months ago on Google
    Well established Italian restaurant in Glen Eden. This is a popular spot so it is recommended to book using their easy online booking system. Nicely greeted at the desk and shown to the table straight away. Waitress was attentive and explained specials. Order efficiently taken and meals came out quickly. Well presented and generous portion size. Meals were delicious. Definitely recommend this restaurant to others.

  • 5/5 Shane M. 5 months ago on Google
    Great atmosphere and service, the staff were very attentive and patient. The food was top notch; our pasta was perfectly cooked and really tasty. Also a great diverse wine selection. Will definitely be back!

  • 5/5 Brenda B. 6 months ago on Google
    Great food that does not come at a huge cost. Reasonably priced and very yummy food.

  • 5/5 Louise F. 8 months ago on Google
    The food is really great and the servings are generous. We took friends who hadn't been before and they all said they would be back. The wait staff are lovely and attentive and every course came out right on time. Not too fast, not too slow. The restaurant was really busy and with that comes a bit of noise but it wasn't too bad. From outside, the restaurant is not much to look at and the decor inside could maybe do with a refresh but it's about the food and service which is top notch.

  • 5/5 Nora Ah Y. 3 months ago on Google New
    A few rowdy people on the night we visited but the service and food surpassed this echo and disturbance. Absolutely loved the service from entering to leaving. The chef cooked my steak to perfection.. plus all trimmings. Cocktail 🍸 was next level, on point. Would definitely be back.

  • 5/5 Ramkumar R. 8 months ago on Google
    Great food and excellent service. We went there for dinner as a group (15) and all the dishes were served fresh and on point. The staff were very accommodating and friendly. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Aeon The D. 3 months ago on Google New
    Most amazing staff, the food was incredible and the atmosphere was cozy and bustling but not overpowering or too loud, definitely well worth coming here and I will absolutely be back, many thanks to the wait staff and kitchen staff for the amazing service and fantastic food! Highly recommend

  • 3/5 Amber-rose S. 1 year ago on Google
    Good little restaurant with great ambience and attentive staff. The cocktails were great, and the entrees OK, but the mains could have been better. We got the special lobster tail pasta and the lobster tail was over cooked and rubbery. I got the steak which was cooked perfectly but was just lacking that special flavour bomb. It’s definitely not a bad restaurant, and maybe we just ordered the wrong things. I’ll come back and get a pizza or non-seafood pasta next time.

  • 5/5 Frallalalalah! 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing service, food and ambiance! I finished my pasta all by myself which speaks volume of how much I liked it. This is definitely one of the top restaurants that we dined in. I would definitely come back with the family again :)

  • 5/5 Joshua V. 1 year ago on Google
    This is one of the finest Italian food I've had. It was cooked to perfection and satisfied every taste bud. Good ambience and lovely staff adds to the experience. Would highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Rita M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing italian food at a reasonable price! And the service was on point too. Worth the drive from Manurewa. A family owned restaurant for the past 10yrs and their staff have been with them 8-10yrs so that speaks volumes. We had the spaghetti & meatballs, garlic bread, risotto, lamb shanks, ravioli and lava cake with coffee, all for $141. And they were big portions even the entree size, so filling. Highly recommend the risotto and ravioli, so yum and for dessert was the lava cake, wow mouth watering 👌

  • 5/5 Deehan Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful italian restaurant in a humble suburb of Glen Eden.Very convenient..i dont have to travel to town to get good quality italian dishes...prices are very reasonable. Parking space is never a problem. Been going with family there for special occassions and i always enjoy every visit

  • 5/5 Andy G. 2 years ago on Google
    We loved it. The place is very nice. The food is fantastic. Although it's not in the menu or the website, they have several vegan options too. Staff more than attentive. Great evening!

  • 5/5 Jordan T. 2 years ago on Google
    Splendid homemade pastas, fresh & generous ingredients, very flavourful. Every mouthful is thoroughly enjoyable. And the calamari, best I've ever tasted!

  • 5/5 Snazzy D. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful Mothers Day Lunch at La Rosa. Large servings. Beautiful atmosphere. Fantastic Service. The Parfait was delicious and 10yr old port yummy.

  • 5/5 Bruce W. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is sooooo good here! Started with the meatballs entree, main was pappardelle carne ragu, and tiramisu to finish. So much yumminess - can totally understand why La Rosa is on a number of "Best Italian Restaurant" lists. Can't wait to come back (maybe even tomorrow!)

  • 1/5 pari rosy s. 2 years ago on Google
    Went there for dinner. The place and environment is so beautiful. I loved being there. Its like Italy in a little basket. The food could be a bit better . The chef was trigger happy with salt . The food was edible , however i wont go back to spend more money. Had a fabulous time overall . The staff were lovely as well. Thank you fir an amazing evening💞


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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